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Wayne Blodwell

Founder & CEO at Assembly Global

Leading Assembly Global and championing transparency and strategic clarity in programmatic advertising

Thought LeaderLondon, United Kingdom15+ years in industry

Last updated May 31, 2026 by the ATDb Editorial Team · Connections updated May 31, 2026

Bio

Wayne Blodwell is the Founder & CEO of Assembly Global, bringing deep programmatic expertise built through his prior founding of TPA Digital and The Programmatic Advisory, where he helped brands, agencies, and publishers navigate programmatic strategy, AdTech stack selection, and media buying transparency. His practitioner background across the AdTech ecosystem gives him a rare combination of commercial and technical credibility, making him a trusted voice in programmatic advertising.

Previous Roles

Founder & CEO

TPA Digital (2017-2024)

Founder

The Programmatic Advisory (2017-2024)

Expertise
Programmatic AdvertisingSupply Chain TransparencyAdTech Stack AuditingIn-Housing StrategyAd FraudIdentity ResolutionMedia Buying TransparencyHeader Bidding
Notable Achievements
  • Founded TPA Digital, a leading independent programmatic consultancy serving brands, agencies, and publishers
  • Founded The Programmatic Advisory, a community platform elevating education and standards across the programmatic industry
  • Regular speaker at DMEXCO, IAB conferences, and major programmatic industry summits
  • Established reputation as one of the most prominent independent voices on programmatic supply chain transparency
Speaking Topics
Programmatic Supply Chain TransparencyIn-Housing Programmatic OperationsAdTech Stack Selection and AuditingAd Fraud and Brand SafetyIdentity Resolution and the Cookieless FutureMedia Buying Accountability
Publications
  • Regular contributor to trade press and industry publications on programmatic advertising topics
Connections